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Thread #40854 Message #3738812
Posted By: Richie
21-Sep-15 - 12:05 PM
Thread Name: Lyr Req: Little Sir Hugh (from Steeleye Span)
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: Little Sir Hugh (from Steeleye Span)
Hi,
This ballad seems to be based on two themes: 1) the actual murder in 1255 and 2) the legend as it occurs in the Miracles of Our Lady, which predates the murder.
My question is, what are the events as told in the ballad that relate to 1) the murder and 2) the legend?
I believe Child A is the only version that has a reference to 'the legend". Is this correct?